Regions for Port and Maritime Consultancy ~ Wales

Milford Waterfront Feasibility Study, Wales

Fisher Associates was appointed as part of a consortium led by Gifford to prepare a development concept and economic feasibility study for this bold new scheme. Following the team's triumph over the course of a competitive selection process, the consortium was appointed thanks to the combination of vision and do-ability presented by our concept.

The scheme was based on a proposal for the development of a new outer marine facility incorporating: marina berths, harbour working craft facility, property development, a cruise berth facility and iconic structures and points of interest. The proposed development aimed to create a sustainable destination and significantly raise the prestige of the area.

Fisher Associates was responsible for undertaking market research, financial appraisal and economic impact of the scheme as follows: (2008)

• The market appraisal was based on a supply and demand analysis for the main markets: cruise; marine leisure; and property (residential, commercial, retail, hotels, public).
• The financial appraisal considered the likely funding structure of the project, and determination of rates of return.
• The economic assessment looked at the various benefits that would arise from each of the main market sectors, and tested the validity of a public / private partnership for funding the scheme.

Waterways / River Passenger Transport Study, Wales

• Countryside Council for Wales
• National Trust
• Pembrokeshire Access Group
• Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority
• Pembrokeshire County Council
• Pembrokeshire Local Health Board
• PLANED

Milford Haven Moorings Review, Wales

Milford Haven Waterway provides a substantial marine leisure amenity. There are 1,851 moorings and berths managed by several organisations. We were engaged by Milford Haven Port Authority to undertake an initial review of leisure moorings and charging on the waterway, and report on this and associated issues. (2007)

Irish Sea Shipping Initiative

We worked on development of a joint project with the Irish Maritime Development Organisation, the Welsh Development Agency and Mersey Maritime. The initiative investigated potential for international cooperation in three key areas:

• Developing new routes and enhancing the existing network.
• Irish Sea Cruise Ground.
• Education Training and Skills. (2005)

Irish Sea Cruise Ground Development Study

We were commissioned by the UK's Northwest Development Agency to undertake a scoping study aimed at identifying the potential for the devleopment of a new cruise ground on the Irish Sea. (2003)

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